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The 15 Best Ghost Tours in the World

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Somewhere between a history walk and a horror film sits the ghost tour, and the gap between the best and the worst is enormous. The 15 below are the ones worth giving an evening to, priced and timed, with the full catalogue underneath.

History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour - Starting at Old Town Hall in Derby Square
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History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

1.History and Hauntings of Salem Guided Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14,564 reviews · 2 hours to 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $36Our pick

Walk Salem for about two hours with a local historian such as Lisa, Michael, Sean, or Ryan. Hear the truth behind the 1692 witch trials, see the Witch Trials Memorial, Ropes Mansion, Witch House, and McIntire District, and choose a lantern-lit evening departure for extra atmosphere.

“We had Diane deliver the tour for us and she was brilliant from start to finish. Very energetic, very informative and was so positive throughout. Was happy to answer questions and show us more to Salem than what we knew before this tour. Would heavily recommend this to anyone who comes to Salem!”

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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour - The Pharmacy Museum and the unpleasant side of old medicine
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New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

2.New Orleans Premier Ghost, Voodoo and Vampire Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 12,856 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Walk through the French Quarter for 1 hour 45 minutes with guides such as Spooky Rob, Lisa, Logan, and Juju. Hear true history, voodoo lore, vampire legends, and grisly tales tied to LaLaurie Mansion, Jackson Square, the Pharmacy Museum, and Lafitte’s Blacksmith Shop.

“Very informative and amusing for ghost’s story fans. Logan is very good. But too many people in the group”

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The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour - What the underground vault visit is really like
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The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

3.The World Famous Underground Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9,272 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $26

Walk Edinburgh’s closes and wynds, visit Greyfriars Kirkyard, and descend into South Bridge’s underground vaults. Costumed guides such as David, Maggie Dickinson, Fred Knox, and Dr. Robert Knox mix dark history, comedy, and ghost stories. The 6:45pm departure suits families, but expect steps and plenty of outdoor walking.

“Very interesting and David is very good doing his job. It was very informative. You visit Greyfriars and undergrounds and you will understand why is a haunted city.”

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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour - Whitechapel in 1888, before the mystery begins
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London: The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

4.The Original Jack the Ripper Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 7,833 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

Follow a Ripperologist through Whitechapel, from Altab Ali Park to the Ten Bells Pub. You’ll examine crime-scene evidence, hear about the victims and suspects, and connect the case to Victorian life and Sherlock Holmes. Guides speak English, French, German, Italian, or Spanish.

“Our guide Christophe was very interesting and added (with humour 👍🏼) a lot of anecdotes that contributed a lot to this discovery.”

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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour - The Loop and Chicago’s Prohibition-era underworld
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Chicago: Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

5.Gangsters and Ghosts Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7,155 reviews · from $52

Walk about 1.5 miles through Chicago’s Loop with a historian guide such as Taka, Sophia, Tanner, or Avery. Hear true Prohibition-era tales, ghost stories, and the story of the SS Eastland while visiting the Palmer House, Riverwalk, Chicago Theatre, and Congress Plaza Hotel.

“Very exotic experience, another good way to know about Chicago history beside just regular tourist spots”

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Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour - The Walk Between the Sites
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Edinburgh: Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

6.Haunted Underground Vaults and Graveyard Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 6,607 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $32

Walk from the Lawnmarket to Greyfriars Kirkyard, hear the tale of Greyfriars Bobby and Edinburgh’s criminals, then descend into the South Bridge Vaults. English-speaking guides such as Jordan, James, Darren, and Louisa use humor, history, and carefully timed scares to bring the city’s darker past to life.

“Ally was very knowledgeable and get dry wit added to the atmosphere. I very much enjoyed this tour. It was creepy in the vaults though. Definitely some strange stuff happened there.”

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Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour - Through the French Quarter’s darkest stories
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Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

7.Adults-Only New Orleans Ghost, Crime, Voodoo, and Vampire Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 6,545 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $37

Walk New Orleans after dark with guides such as Professor Ric, Ricardo, Jon, JJ, Elaine, and Nikki. Hear carefully researched tales of true crime, voodoo, vampires, and haunted homes, with a midway restroom stop and optional VIP Hellvision projections. The tour stays outdoors and is limited to ages 17 and older.

“Fun evening with JJ in New Orleans. A wealth of information shared in an engaging manner, our whole party of 7 people enjoyed this tour. Very educational with lots of New Orleans history, as well as the expected ghost stories. Highly recommend, especially if you get JJ as your guide.”

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Prague: Ghost Walking Tour Where Legends Come To Life - Charles Bridge, where Prague’s legends begin
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Prague: Ghost Walking Tour Where Legends Come To Life

8.Ghost Walking Tour Where Legends Come To Life

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 5,253 reviews · 1h 30m · from $27

Walk Prague’s Old Town with guides such as Erik, Daniel, Jana, or Katerina, hearing legends tied to Charles Bridge, the Clementinum, and the Astronomical Clock. Live costumed characters appear along the route, adding playful scares to a 90-minute tour offered in six languages.

“We really enjoyed our time with Jane, she was very helpful and knew a lot about the city. We walked around and had fun learning on all the stories and the secrets. The ghosts out of nowhere made the experience a bit more fun. One thing we would recommend is to add a bit more legend and real ghost stories to be added in the agenda. However it's a very fun activity to know the city, totally recommended!”

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Prague: Ghosts, Legends, Medieval Underground & Dungeon Tour - Old Town Square sets the mood
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Prague: Ghosts, Legends, Medieval Underground & Dungeon Tour

9.Ghosts, Legends, Medieval Underground & Dungeon Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 5,104 reviews · 1h 15m · from $31

Walk Prague’s Old Town and former Jewish Ghetto by lantern light, then descend into a medieval underground and candlelit dungeon. Costumed guides such as Nicole, Martin, Klarka, and Claire S bring ghost tales, the Golem, plague stories, alchemy, and Jan Mydlář’s executions to life.

“It was an unforgettable tour! Our guide, Claire S., was absolutely magnificent—engaging, charismatic, and full of energy. She brought Prague’s ghost stories to life, sharing them in a fun, captivating, and immersive way. The whole experience was truly magical and one we’ll remember for a long time.”

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London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision - What Ripper-Vision adds to the walk
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London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision

10.London Jack the Ripper Guided Tour with Ripper-Vision

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,840 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Meet at Whitechapel Gallery at 7:30 pm for a guided walk through East London and Spitalfields. Your guide uses handheld Ripper-Vision projections to show Victorian scenes, explain six murder cases, and explore the facts and theories surrounding Jack the Ripper. Guides may include Rob, Mick, Peter, Andre, or Paul.

“Rob was our tour guide and very knowledgeable, animated, and thoughtful when sharing such horrific stories of the time. The ripper vision took it to another level. Highly recommend.”

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Salem's Best Ghost Tour - Starting at 127 Essex Street
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Salem’s Best Ghost Tour

11.Salem’s Best Ghost Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,186 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $30

Walk Salem’s historic center at night with a licensed local guide. In 75 minutes, you’ll hear about the 1692 Witch Trials, visit the memorial and old cemetery, see Hocus Pocus filming sites, and hear ghost stories tied to churches, homes, and murder sites. Guides such as Raymond, Sebastian, Penny, and Elaina are known for lively storytelling.

“Raymond was highly entertaining and knowledgeable my 9&10 year olds really enjoyed his stories also.”

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Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour - Boarding the midnight-black double-decker
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Edinburgh: Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour

12.Comedy Horror Ghost Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,932 reviews · 1h 15m · from $28

Ride Edinburgh’s midnight-black vintage Ghost Bus for 75 minutes with an English-speaking guide such as Tommy Terror or Eerie Ian. Expect theatrical stories about Burke and Hare, executions, witches, plague victims, and hauntings, plus city sights and a short graveyard stop. Some scares are included, but the tone stays playful.

“We had Tommy Terror as our guide and he was a funny man. The tour itself was very interesting also”

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Budapest: Buda Castle District Vampires and Myths Night Tour - Starting at the Kilometre Zero Stone
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Budapest: Buda Castle District Vampires and Myths Night Tour

13.Budapest: Buda Castle District Vampires and Myths Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,830 reviews · 110 minutes - 2 hours · from $23

Follow a costumed actor from Clark Adam Square up Buda Castle Hill, past the castle, Matthias Church, and Fisherman’s Bastion. Expect tales of Vlad Dracula, Elizabeth Báthory, and Hungarian folklore, plus fine night views. The walk lasts about two hours and includes steep paths and stairs.

“Our guide was great! She was very entertaining as she gave historical facts and legends. Lots of walking but at a good pace which was very considerate as there was some older individuals. I would highly recommended.”

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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston - Why a horse and carriage works well after dark
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Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

14.Haunted Evening Horse and Carriage Tour of Charleston

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,678 reviews · 40 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Board at Old South Carriage Company on Anson Street for a 40-minute twilight ride through Charleston’s old walled city. Guides such as Holly and Miles share spooky history while horses like Brian, Wayne, and Aiken pull the carriage past graveyards, churches, the Provost Dungeon, and the City Market.

“Miles and Jameson were awesome. Freezing cold outside. But we thoroughly enjoyed them !! And the tour. We are basically locals. Born in Charleston just always wanted to do the tour. A must do if visiting !! Loved it all !! Merry Christmas !!!!!”

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The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024 - Starting in Coffee Yard and York’s Snickleways
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The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024

15.The Deathly Dark Tour of York: Experience of the Year 2024

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,609 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $19Best value

Follow The Deathly Dark Tours through York’s shadowy lanes for 90 minutes of ghost stories, grim history, and dark comedy. Guides such as Dalton, Daria, Dafydd, and David bring the walk to life with theatrical storytelling. Expect a relaxed pace, family-friendly options, and a few genuinely eerie moments.

“Kids loved it especially our 10 year old son. He was very interested in the story's & enjoyed the walk around York”

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